I feel (and have been taught) that part of my job as an official is to let the coach rant a little, respectfully and within reason. My rationale for this is that I am paid to keep a level head throughout the game. I am paid for my judgement and knowledge, and have to deal with coaches disagreeing with my judgement. I have no problem taking a complaint from a coach: I am mature enough to handle his disagreement. When the coach wants to tell me his thoughts, I let him, and move on. I think it is part of my job to absorb the negativity swirling around the game, because I can handle it. The coaches fly off the handle due to their passion, but I am paid to not wear my passion on my sleeve. What do you think about this philosophy?